France advance to the quarter-finals after a tense 1-0 win over Paraguay, but the match draws significant criticism for the conduct of Paraguay’s players. Multiple outlets report that former England internationals publicly condemned Paraguay’s behaviour during the contest. Joe Hart described the Paraguay players’ actions as “an absolute disgrace,” while Micah Richards said their conduct was “embarrassing.” NDTV similarly highlights the negative remarks aimed at Paraguay following the game. The competitive outcome also stands out: the match is settled by a tight margin, and France’s Kylian Mbappé scores the winning penalty that sends the team into the quarter-final stage. France’s next match is set against Morocco. The coverage focuses on both the match result—France’s progression after a narrow victory—and the unusually strong post-game reactions from ex-players regarding Paraguay’s on-field conduct.